Elevation (m): 1800m to 2700m, Distance: 7km,
Time: 3 hours. Habitat: Montane Forest.
You will begin your 6 day Marangu route itinerary by proceeding to the Marangu Gate from the hotel. When you arrive at the park gate, check-in at the office and make final preparations to begin the climb. We now exit the park gate and rise through the jungle on a cleared ridge track. The forest, which is shrouded in mist and dripping with moss beards, is also home to the majority of Kilimanjaro’s species. Our first night will be spent at Mandara Hut, a collection of wooden A-frame houses nestled in a woodland clearing. Water is pumped in from springs above the camp, and flush facilities are located behind the main cabin.
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Mandara Hut
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Marangu
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
Elevation (m): 2700m to 3720m, Distance: 12km,
Time: 6 hours. Habitat: Moorland.
The route from Mandara Hut runs through a brief section of woodland before emerging onto the transition zone between rain forest and moorland, near the foot of the Maundi Crater. We’ll arrive at the Horombo Hut, where we’ll spend the night, after around 6 hours. Take use of the hot washing water that is provided
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Horombo Hut
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Marangu
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
Elevation (m): 3720m to 4700m, Distance: 9.5km,
Time: 5 hours. Habitat: Alpine desert.
We continue our climb into the Alpine dry zone, passing the final source of water at 4130 meters. We’ll fill our water bottles to the brim with enough water to last us till we return to Horombo Hut in two nights. The summit is currently only 1195 meters away from Kibo Hut. We’ll start our summit ascent tonight, so we’ll go to bed around 18:30 p.m. and try to get as much sleep as we can.
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Kibo Hu
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Marangu
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
Alpine desert.
After breakfast, continue ascending into the Alpine desert ecosystem, passing the final water station at 4130 meters. You must fill your water bottles with all of the water you will require till you return to Horombo hut in two nights (unless you are willing to buy Mineral water at Kibo hut). The top is now 1195 meters away, and you’ll finish the climb that night. Go to bed at around 18:30 p.m. and get as much rest and sleep as you can.
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Kibo Hut
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Marangu
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
Elevation (m): 4700m to 5895m, Distance: 21 km,
Time: 6-7 hours ascent, 3 hours descent. Habitat: Stone screed and ice-capped summit
You’ll wake up at 23:30 p.m., and after a cup of tea and some energy-giving snacks provided, you’ll stroll off into the darkness, when the going becomes very difficult as you make the final push to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Kibo Hut
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Marangu
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
Elevation (m): 3720m to 1980m, Distance: 18 km,
Time: 6 hours, Habitat: Montane Forest.
On the last day of our 6 day Marangu route tour, we continue our descent (6 hours) to the Marangu Gate, where we will exit. This is also where our summit certificates will be given out. At Marangu Gate, a van will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or the airport.
Elevation (m): 4700m to 5895m, Distance: 21 km,
Time: 6-7 hours ascent, 3 hours descent. Habitat: Stone screed and ice-capped summit
You’ll wake up at 23:30 p.m., and after a cup of tea and some energy-giving snacks provided, you’ll stroll off into the darkness, when the going becomes very difficult as you make the final push to the summit of Kilimanjaro.
Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accomodation: Dual Mountain View Lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Main Destination:Moshi
March to May (The rainy season, lower prices, and fewer crowds, lush scenery)
June to October (Peak season, dry season, cooler temperatures)
November to February (Peak season, higher prices, and crowds)
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This 6 Days Mount Kilimanjaro climb via the Marangu route will take you to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Uhuru peak.
It might take anything from 5 to 6 days to finish the Marangu trek but we recommend this 6-day itinerary. we do not recommend the 5 day Marangu route variation since the rapid ascent may diminish your chances of reaching the top.
The biggest difference between the 5-day and 6-day Marangu routes is the extra acclimatization day.
Previous trekking experience is strongly advised, since the days will consist of 6-8 hours of hiking with daily ascents of 900m to 1,000m, with the occasional day going to 1,100m to 1,200m.
You’ll need entire faith in your abilities to journey through challenging terrain for several days. Altitude and weather extremes may be faced, and physical and mental strength will be required to accomplish the trip since the days will be long and exhausting.
All of the accommodation huts along the Marangu Route sell snacks, beer, soft beverages, and mineral water, and they are all connected to the Park Office through radio. This trek may be completed in 5 days, however, an additional day for acclimatization at the Horombo hut, Kilimanjaro’s only campsite with beds and mattresses, is recommended.
The trail itself draws inexperienced hikers or trekkers who want to experience the luxury of staying in a dormitory-style cabin, as this is the only trail that provides this level of comfort.
Here is where you will be stying while climbing Kilimanjaro using the Marangu route:
1. Mandara Hut
2. Horombo Hut
3. Kibo Hut
The Marangu route, otherwise known as the ‘Coca Cola Route,’ is the most popular way to climb Kilimanjaro’s summit due to its popularity and relative easiness.
The Coca-Cola Route, which is the only route that uses huts instead of tents as a type of housing, is also known as the Marangu Route. On the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro, it is one of the most popular routes.
Summit night via the Marangu Route begins at Kibo Hut and follows a steep rise past Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak’s summit. Because it is short and steep, it becomes a difficult climb because there is little time to ascend and thus little opportunity to acclimate. This is also the only route where the ascent and descent routes are identical, which explains why it is more busy and sees a lot of climbers.
Duration: 5 or 6 days
Difficulty: Medium
Scenery: Good
Traffic: High
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